Meet the Team

Belma is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 20 years of experience working with young people in various settings, including in school systems and in her earlier days, worked in residential psychiatric and community mental health settings.  She has been described as kind, genuine, relatable, open-minded, and funny.  Belma utilizes the elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helping young people identify negative thoughts and behaviors that might be causing them some emotional stress.  She works with her patients on finding coping mechanisms that they can put in their own coping skills toolbox that can help in the school or home setting.

Belma graduated with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Psychology at Baker University and a Master's of Social Work degree from Boston University.  She continues her work and education in working with unique populations whether it be cultural, race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, and other identity factors.  

Working with young people and their families is her passion and Belma has many years of experience helping them through Anxiety/Depression, ADHD, and the various stressors of life and school.  She specifically enjoys helping young people in a safe space, navigate the goals and challenges affecting them currently and in the future. She works with a diverse therapeutic mindset and acknowledges the importance of a young person's cultural background on mental health and overall well-being. 

She loves spending time with family and friends, and being active.